This is a great playgroup, playdate or party theme for the kids. Kids will love this because as you know they enjoy seeking and finding stuff so Treasure Hunt is a sure pirate event hit.

WHAT YOU NEED:
Paper
Markers
Trinkets and candies

HOW TO PLAY:
1. Before the event, create the treasure map that will lead the hunters to clues. Then write out messages leading to a stash of treasure hidden somewhere in your yard or house. For example: “As any pirate ought to know, this is where tomatoes grow.”

2. At the event, hand the captain (the birthday child) a map, covered with decades of dust (a pinch of flour). Each guest gets to guess the answer to a riddle, and as a pack, the guests can run to wherever the clue leads and find another one.

3. At hunt’s end, be sure to hide a suitable prize, such as a stash of candy coins.

TIPS:For young kids, use Polaroid picture clues instead of written ones.

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